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GREAT LABELS SPONSORS "EARTH WEEKEND" A GREEN SHOPPING EVENT
March 26, 2008

FOR:  GREAT LABELS  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
1126 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.451.2277
www.greatlabels.com
 
CONTACT:  Andrea Waters
Great Labels
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GREAT LABELS SPONSORS “EARTH WEEKEND” A GREEN SHOPPING EVENT
 
10% of all sales  donated to Stop Global Warming.org


(Santa Monica, CA.; March 2008). Great Labels, a designer/consignment boutique located in Santa Monica announces “Earth Weekend – A Green Shopping Event” on Saturday, April 5th and Sunday, April 6th  from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ten percent (10%) of all proceeds will be donated to the non-profit environmental organization, Stop Global Warming.org.

As designers and consumers become more aware, green consciousness is picking up steam with everyone CEO’s and celebrities to eco-conscious moms. The average American disposes of approximately 35 lbs of old clothing and shoes a year, much of it ending up in landfills.  

“Earth Weekend encapsulates our re-use, re-cycle, re-sale philosophy at Great Labels” says owner Andrea Waters.  “By purchasing the finest fashions that have been re-cycled, women are participating in green living. They have the satisfaction of helping the environment while enjoying the great fashion at a fraction of the cost. Great Labels is proud to be a green business raising awareness on global warming while creating memorable shopping experiences.”

Customers purchasing $100 or more will receive a complimentary copy of the book The Down-to-Earth Guide to Global Warming while supplies last. The book, written by Laurie David, producer of “An Inconvient Truth”, is a comprehensive resource to help readers understand global warming and how we can work together to stop it.

About Great Labels
Great Labels prides itself in selling only the most current and often one-of-a kind merchandise from the best closets in Southern California. The store has the feeling of a high-end boutique with clothing from the likes of Fred Segal, Barney’s and Neiman Marcus. The store boasts the largest collection of gently used designer shoes and handbags in Los Angeles. At any given time, you can find over 150 pairs of shoes and at least 100 designer bags in stock. Labels such as Gucci, Chloe, Prada and YSL can be found at a fraction of their original price.  Many of the shoes and bags, as well as clothing, were used once if at all.  For the young at heart, there is a huge selection of the newest “it” designers just coming on to the scene. This is recycling with an incentive. For the buyers, the best can be had for a lot less., For the seller,  it is a great way to see their clothing being recycled and make a small return on their investment.  For more information, please visit www.greatlabels.com or call (310) 451-2277.

About Stop Global Warming
Stop Global Warming is a non-profit organization that seeks to educate and engage individuals to take action against global warming. Human activity has made enormous impacts to our planet that affects our well-being and survival. We can make significant repairs to reverse those impacts through immediate action. Join us. For more information call (310) 451-2277

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Andrea Waters 310-451-2277

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Summary

Great Labels Designer Resale in Santa Monica is holding Earth Weekend on April 5th and 6th with 10% of sales proceeds being donated to StopGlobalWarming.org. With every purchase, customers will receive a free copy the book The Solution is You! An Activist Guide written by Laurie David, producer of the Oscar winning film, An Inconvenient Truth.